Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Machu Picchu in February
This is the coldest month in Machu Picchu: highs average 67°F (19°C) and lows 53°F (12°C), with about 5.2 in (131 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 71/100 is still Good, though it ranks 12th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 67°F (19°C)
- Avg low
- 53°F (12°C)
- Rain
- 5.2 in (131 mm)
- Humidity
- 87%
- Cloud cover
- 83%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 25 min
- Comfort score
- 71/100 · Good
What February feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 67°F (19°C), good for long walks.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 53°F (12°C).
Expect regular rain: about 5.2 in (131 mm) falls in the month.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 83%.
Plan around February
February is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are April – September.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, December – February.
- Comfort holds steady from January (72 → 71/100).
- Our Cusco & Machu Picchu route recommends May – Sep, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 53°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Machu Picchu in February
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Mapacho Craft Beer Restaurant
Riverside restaurant pouring Cusco-brewed craft beer with Andean dishes.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 5.2 in of rain.
Indio Feliz
Long-running French-Peruvian bistro with set menus and a quirky, decorated dining room.
Why now Easy to slot in when February's rain moves in.
Manuel Chávez Ballón Site Museum
Museum near Puente Ruinas explaining Inca construction, with a botanical garden.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 5.2 in of rain.
Machu Picchu Mountain
Longer, less exposed climb than Huayna Picchu with wide views of the citadel and valley.
Huayna Picchu
Steep stone-step climb to the peak behind the classic view, with ruins at the top.
Nearby in February
- Sacred Valley in February~33 mi · highs 62°F, 5.0 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Cusco in February~46 mi · highs 61°F, 5.0 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~2,766 m to Machu Picchu's ~2,440 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Machu Picchu in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Machu Picchu?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 71/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are April – September. Expect highs of 67°F (19°C) and 5.2 in (131 mm) of rain. Our Cusco & Machu Picchu route recommends May – Sep, so February is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Machu Picchu in February?
Average highs are 67°F (19°C) and average lows 53°F (12°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Machu Picchu in February?
Yes: about 5.2 in (131 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 28.8 in (732 mm).
What should I pack for Machu Picchu in February?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 53°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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